Lot 92
  • 92

EUGÈNE GAILLARD | Sellette

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Attributed to Eugène Gaillard
  • Sellette
  • pearwood, lemonwood veneer
  • 47 3/4  x 14 3/8  x 14 3/8  in. (121.3 x 36.5 x 36.5 cm)
  • circa 1905

Provenance

Dr. Heuser & Co., Marxen am Berge, Germany
Private Collection, Germany, 1982-1983
Christie's Paris, November 21, 2012, lot 12
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Literature

Laurence Buffet-Challié, Le Modern Style, Paris, 1975, pp. 39 and 63 

Condition

Overall in good condition. The luxurious melding of honey-toned wood is paired with fine whiplash curves, making this a truly sculptural and sophisticated creation. The wood appears to have been sensitively refinished at some point in the history of the piece and has been beautifully preserved, presenting with some scattered, extremely minor surface scratches and abrasions, only visible upon very close inspection. Some discoloration on the surface of the piece, with a faint ring mark measuring 4 ¼ inches across, in keeping with age and gentle use. Some lose to veneer on the underside of the piece, not structurally detractive.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.